Ancelotti’s defence left in tatters by Torres the tornado

THE long road to recovery will be arduous, but Roy Hodgson can finally see some light at the end of the tunnel.

Crisis? What crisis? A Fernando Torres-inspired victory over champions Chelsea yesterday lifted Liverpool back to where the fans expect them to be, jostling for position towards the higher echelons of the Premier League.

Hodgson, as is his way, will remain grounded following this victory, Liverpool’s fourth in succession. He simply doesn’t do over-reaction. But try dampening the fans’ spirits now – they’re beginning to believe again.